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QLab vs Resolume Arena: catalog facts
QLab	Resolume Arena
Freemium Free to download; advanced features require a paid licence.	Paid Commercial software; see the Resolume website for current licence prices.
macOS	macOS
Sound, video, lighting and show control in one cue list Object audio for spatial sound	Projection mapping and multi-projector blending Sync to DJs via SMPTE timecode and BPM
macOS only Advanced features need a paid licence	Commercial licence required More than casual video playback needs
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026

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